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n the kitchen of my childhood home, hanging right next to the stove, was a small porcelain plate with a picture of a neat white house on it. Above that house engraved in silver were the words “Home Is Where the Heart Is.” For some reason I always loved that little plate, and over the years it grew to be a comforting presence for me, always reminding me that here, in my home, I was protected from the world. I remember staring at it blurry-eyed on my first day of kindergarten, finding solace in the words after a bad day at school, and finally holding it in my shaking hands as I prepared to leave for college. Now that I have lived away from my childhood home for a while, I’ve had time to think about what really makes a house a home. For me, what makes it truly special is not the actual physical space, but the memories created within that space. Whether it be building pillow forts as a kid, staying up late with friends in a college dorm, furnishing your first apartment or bringing your own child back from the hospital, finding a place to call home is all about filling it with the people that matter most. And there is no better time to remember the importance of having a house filled with love, laughter and lasting memories than Thanksgiving. It’s a holiday dedicated to filling the kitchen with the warm aroma of roasting Turkey, catching up with family at the dining room table and cherishing all those rare, special moments spent with loved ones throughout the day.

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contributing writers Kathleen Blair, Michelle Guerrero, Kory Kilmer, Alison Stanton, Molly Williams

contributing photographers Indy Ferrufino, Tony Marinella

As our November issue is all about the home, I invite you to take a peak inside two wonderful North Scottsdale residences--one being an inviting Tuscan-style estate and the other an exquisite equestrian retreat--and find inspiration for your own home with expert interior design tips from Lauren Rautbord.

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Around Town PHOENIX ART MUSEUM’S INFOCUS HONORS JAMES HAJICEK INFOCUS, the photography support organization of the Phoenix Art Museum, has announced that renowned artist, author and educator James Hajicek will receive its 2015 Founders Award. The INFOCUS Founders Award honors individuals, businesses or organizations whose efforts have advanced the cause and improved public awareness of fine art photography in Arizona. Mr. Hajicek will accept the award at the organization’s annual PhotoBid Gala Art Auction held Friday, November 13, at Phoenix Art Museum. James Hajicek is a professor emeritus at Arizona State University (ASU), where he taught fine art photography for 34 years and directed programming in the specialized area of late 19th-century printing processes. For 17 of those 34 years, he also served as director of ASU’s Northlight Gallery, where he was responsible for building a significant collection of photographs dating back to 1840, so students could have hands-on experiences with prints from the history of photography. His significant lifelong contributions to the photographic craft combined with his genuine love of teaching make Mr. Hajicek a natural choice for this third annual Founders Award. For more information on the event and to purchase tickets visit: Infocus-Phxart.org

30TH ANNUAL STERLING AWARDS CEREMONY As the Chamber’s marquee event, the Sterling Awards Ceremony embodies the spirit of the organization by celebrating the people and companies that make our community a great place to live, work and play. The prestigious Sterling Award is one of the most coveted business awards in the Valley, with a rigorous application, judging and selection process. Four teams of six judges each conduct an initial review of all applications and narrow the field to three finalists in each category. Once the finalists are identified, the judging teams visit those companies to conduct a personal interview and get a behind-the-scenes look at the operations. Each judge independently casts a set of points for the finalists based 8

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on their embodiment of the award criteria. The points are tallied and the results remain secret until the day of the event. The event will be held Doctor Robert on November 20, 11:30 a.m. Arceci 1:30 p.m. at the Chaparral Suites Resort Scottsdale. For information visit: ScottsdaleChamber.com University of Pennsylvania, to support his work seeking to use state-of-the-art techniques to 56TH ANNUAL HEART BALL understand the mechanisms by which abnorJoin the 2015 Phoenix Heart Ball Chair malities in the mixed lineage leukemia (MLL) Kimberly Afkhami and over 100 women gene play a role in a very high-risk form of leuleaders of the Phoenix Heart Ball Commit- kemia. To learn more about the Leukemia & tee as they raise funds to make a difference Lymphoma Society visit LLS.org. in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Consistently one of the top ten performing CALIFORNIA POOLS & LANDSCAPE Heart Balls in the nation benefitting the AWARDED THE 2015 BBB American Heart Association, the Phoenix INTERNATIONAL TORCH Heart Ball works throughout the year to AWARD FOR ETHICS The Council of Better Business Bureaus reraise funds for prevention, education and cently announced that California Pools & Landresearch programs that promote heart health. Since 1959, the Phoenix Heart Ball scape is one of four winners of the 2015 BBB and its generous donors have raised more International Torch Award for Ethics. “Bringing recognition to these exceptional than $30 million to fight heart disease and stroke in our community. This year’s gala is companies gives BBB an opportunity to shine being held at the Arizona Biltmore Resort on a brighter light on better business. Each winSaturday, November 21st. For information ner and finalist has discovered an important truth. A strong company-wide commitment to visit: PhoenixHeartBall.org doing the right thing inspires loyalty from cusTHE LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA tomers, employees, suppliers, vendors and the SOCIETY NAMES GRANT IN HONOR surrounding community. This loyalty not only OF DOCTOR ROBERT ARCECI boosts the sales of their service or product, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) but it also improves the quality of life for those is proud to honor the memory of the late re- that work for and do business with the companowned hematologic oncologist Robert Arceci, ny, and contributes to a healthy, more trusted M.D., Ph.D., by presenting a national grant in his marketplace,” says Mary E. Power, CEO for the name to a young emerging scientist. Council of Better Business Bureaus. A physician and scientist who served as a Family-owned and operated since 1998, clinical advisor for LLS and researched novel California Pools & Landscape strives to protherapeutics for leukemia patients, Dr. Arceci vide innovative design, quality construction died in a tragic motorcycle accident on his way and excellent customer service with every to work at Phoenix Children’s Hospital on June project they build. California Pools & Land8. Dr. Arceci, division chief of the Phoenix Chil- scape prides itself on meeting and exceeding dren’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, its customers’ expectations. The judges noted devoted much of his 30-year academic career that everything this company does revolves to improving treatment options for children and around their commitment to the customer, adolescents with cancer. as well as providing a rewarding work enviThe five-year $550,000 Robert Arceci Ca- ronment for their employees. Congratulations reer Development Program (CDP) Award has to California Pools & Landscape for garnering been presented to Benjamin Garcia, Ph.D., this prestigious award. CalPool.com

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The World Race EXPERIENCING 11 COUNTRIES IN 11 MONTHS WHILE SERVING THE GLOBAL COMMUNITY ARTICLE MICHELLE GUERRERO PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

hristian Shappee, 22, walked through the design studio at Arizona State University just months before graduation when a glimpse of his friend’s project grabbed his attention. She was designing posters for a friend who had joined the World Race. Shappee was unfamiliar with the program so she sat him down and showed him a video clip, not knowing that this small gesture would change the course of his life. “After watching it I got chills, watery eyes and went to my desk to look at the blogs. I was so moved that it felt like the spirit of God was talking to me right then. This came to me at a time I was feeling burnt out,” says Shappee. The World Race is a Christian mission trip where young people journey to 11 countries in 11 months to volunteer in communities worldwide and share their faith. The program calls them out of their comfort zone, gives them exposure to the world, and hopefully a new perspective of it. In January, Shappee will embark on this grand adventure and join the World Race. “I’ll spend 25 to 30 days in each country. Over the course of the year, I’ll live on three continents, come in contact with 11 unique and different cultures, and meet and support hundreds of people around our globe,” says Shappee. When he serves abroad he will teach English, help build homes and schools, install clean water resources, work with human trafficking victims and share the gospel. LIVING THE DREAM

“I would love to design for developing countries, and this is an opportunity to immerse myself in a country then pick-up and go on to another. There is something super refreshing and revitalizing about stepping out in a direction you didn’t plan. This was absolutely not my plan,” says Shappee. Shappee first learned about industrial design when he was a junior in high school. He 10

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was so passionate about it that the dream inspired him throughout four years of college, where he studied sustainability and earned degrees in both industrial design and design management. But the moment he learned about the World Race, his dream shifted in another direction. “Moving to Los Angeles and getting my dream job seems like nothing now,” says Shappee. Although he admits that it would still be nice, he has now set his sights globally. “I grew up Christian and love my faith, but there were a lot of times when it was on the back burner. A lot happens in four years. There were semesters where I went to church and there were semesters where I didn’t. I was involved with some Christian organizations, but I never thought I was preparing for a life in ministry. I can totally see God intertwining both ministry and design into my future,” says Shappee. He didn’t sign up for the World Race right away. Like a good student, he did about two or three months of research, looking into many programs and mission trips. The one thing he knew for certain was that he wanted to learn more about the world so he could continue to foster change. Soon it became apparent that no matter how many great programs he found, he kept gravitating towards the World Race. PREPARATION

Shappee will soon trade his life in Scottsdale and relatively new job as a graphics and

marketing manager at Brilliance LED for a 75-liter backpack, a 25-liter daypack and a tent. “Steve, Patti and Bryan Gold, my bosses, have been supporting my trip beyond my wildest dreams. There is total support on every level,” says Shappee. After graduating last May he began looking for jobs, but had doubts that he would find something in his field because he had less than eight-months to offer a new employer. When he interviewed with Brilliance LED, he told the Gold's that he would need to leave in January, 2016 to begin his mission trip and they were supportive. The farthest Shappee has ever traveled outside of the country is Rocky Point, Mexico. While on the mission trip, he won’t have any income and will be completely relying on family and friends for support. He needs to raise nearly 17 thousand dollars to cover expenses such as food, lodging, travel and training. “It’s not in my nature to ask people for help. But the whole point of a mission trip is to bring other people with you,” says Shappee. “I'm ready to dive in, stop thinking about myself, and simply love and serve other people. I’m stoked beyond belief to see what God does through my upcoming journey.” Follow Shappee’s journey on his blog at ChristianShappee.TheWorldRace.org. Learn more about the World Race and see the video clip at WorldRace.org.

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Autumn Ingredients CHEF BEAU MACMILLAN SERVES UP FALL FAVORITES WITH SEASONALLY-INSPIRED FARE ARTICLE KATHLEEN BLAIR | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

eau MacMillan, executive chef of elements restaurant at the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort, loves the different seasons and unique ingredients that they bring. Autumn is his favorite, having grown up in Plymouth, Massachusetts — home of the original Thanksgiving. His hard work, dedication and creativity throughout the past 30 years have contributed to his current signature dishes, which use seasonal ingredients that enhance the flavor of the food without masking it. Since elements opened in 2001, MacMillan has been creating mouthwatering entrees. He originally started at the resort in 1998 and became executive chef in 2004. He received national recognition as an Iron Chef winner when matched against Iron Chef Bobby Flay in 2006, and has appeared on other Food Network programs as well. MacMillan graduated from Johnson and Wales University in Rhode Island and worked with a number of prestigious East Coast chefs before moving to Arizona in 1998. At the age of 14, he worked as a busboy. That didn’t suit him too well so he asked to work in the back of the house, where he learned how to cook. As MacMillan passionately learned all he could, he earned the promotion to sous chef at distinguished restaurants where he learned different techniques while working with a number of prestigious chefs. His discipline has led him and elements to receive national recognition.

“I learned to stick with something until I mastered it; I took my time learning each technique before moving on to another,” states MacMillan. A CULINARY ADVENTURE

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I had the Brussels sprouts that are made with a thick slice of kimchi bacon, Brussels sprout hash and an organic egg on top. It tasted amazing. I then tried the artichoke tart, which was wonderful, and so were the rock shrimp and pork dumplings. I also sampled the Hudson Valley foie gras, which is a French delicacy meaning “fatty liver.” It was served with rhubarb on French toast. Unbelievably delicious. The heirloom tomatoes were flavorful and a favorite of mine, served with bacon, brioche and avocado. The beet salad was served with goat cheese, honey, arugula, fennel and hazelnut. Entrees consisted of the evening special, Grouper, which was perfectly cooked and extremely flavorful. The artful presentation of the food was very well crafted. Each course was like a gift that I unwrapped and enjoyed with each mouthful. MacMillan has the incredible ability to take a favorite, recognizable dish and put his own sweet and savory twist on it. He creates delicious meals that contribute to an enjoyable and memorable visit to this wonderful restaurant and resort. So add elements to your list of places to dine, not only for dinner, but also for breakfast and lunch during the week and brunch on Sunday. THE THANKSGIVING DAY FEAST

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Each year, MacMillan and his catering team begin prepping for their annual Thanksgiving dinner three days in advance. He prepares 40 turkeys, as well as other items, including meats and seafood. The traditional turkey dinner usually includes his famous New England chestnut stuffing, Brussels sprouts, pumpkin cheddar bisque soup, mashed potatoes, apple cranberry relish and, of course, gravy. This year’s Thanksgiving Day menu will include a tantalizing selection of appetizers, salads, entrées and desserts. Appetizers may include caramelized fig and balsamic onion tart; escargot pot pie; roasted pumpkin and white cheddar bisque; and cauliflower panna cotta. A choice of entrees may include a traditional Turkey dinner, seafood options, veal, beef and vegetarian dishes. The grand finale will include an assortment of scrumptious desserts to choose from. A detailed Thanksgiving Day menu can be found on the resort’s website. As you celebrate Thanksgiving this year, MacMillan has some advice for every man who loves football. “Tape it!” He recommends you enjoy the day with your family and friends and participate in the cooking and the day’s festivities. He doesn’t want anyone to lose sight of what the holiday signifies by getting stressed out. “It shouldn’t feel like a chore, but a blessing with everyone pitching in,” shares MacMillan. “Yes, that’s how wonderful memories are made.”

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Thanksgiving Favorites from Chef Beau MacMillan ARTICLE KATHLEEN BLAIR | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Having grown up in the home of the first Thanksgiving, Beau MacMillan holds this holiday in special esteem. The Elements at the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort's Executive Chef shares two mouthwatering side dishes that would grace any Thanksgiving table this year.

5. Put the apples and chestnuts in the bowl with the other ingredients. Add the turkey stock, cider, eggs and herbs. Mix together thoroughly. 6. In a buttered casserole dish, add the stuffing mixture, cover with buttered paper and bake at 350 degrees for one hour.

CHESTNUT STUFFING

Yield: 20 Servings INGREDIENTS:

NOTE:

1 lb. Pork or Veal Sausage Meat ½ lb. Onions (finely chopped) ½ lb. Celery (finely chopped) 2 loaves Bread (cubed) 1 ½ lbs. Chestnuts (cooked pieces) 1 Green Apple (diced) 2 Eggs 1 oz. Parsley & Thyme (finely chopped) 1 oz. Sage 14 oz. Turkey or Chicken Stock 6 oz. Cider (Sparkling) 1 ½ oz. Sugar 1 ½ oz. Sweet Butter To taste Salt & Pepper DIRECTIONS:

1. Place the cubed bread onto a baking sheet and bake at 300 degrees until golden brown. 2. Sauté the sausage meat in a skillet until browned. Add onion and celery and cook for about 5 minutes on a low flame. 3. Put the sausage meat into a bowl along with the cubed bread. 4. Melt the butter in a small skillet, add the sugar and sauté the apples for about 2 minutes, then add the chestnuts and cook together for another 2 minutes.

If using the stuffing to fill the cavity of the turkey, the stuffing can be made the day before and kept refrigerated until ready to use, and then baked with the turkey. CRANBERRY APPLE RELISH

Yield: 1 Quart INGREDIENTS:

1 lb. Fresh Cranberries 1 cup Water 1 cup Sugar 2 each Granny Smith Apples ¼ cup Red Wine Vinegar ¼ cup Lemon Juice ¼ cup Sugar 1 Tbsp. Cinnamon ½ tsp. Cloves 1 Tbsp. Fresh Ginger ½ cup Toasted Walnuts, Chopped DIRECTIONS:

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DESIGNER LAUREN RAUTBORD SHARES HER SECRETS FOR CREATING ELEGANT INTERIORS

ARTICLE KORY KILMER | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

auren Rautbord did not just choose to be a leader in the design world. She was raised for it from the very beginning. “My mother was always one of Chicago's most stylish and elegant women,” says Rautbord, co-founder of Paul Lauren Design Consultants. “From the time I was a little girl, I noticed all the little things she did to bring beauty to even the simplest things. Every table was dressed to perfection and all of our stuffed animals were positioned as if they were in conversation. She taught me how taste and refinement were not faddish, but classic and enduring.” While that special childhood fostered her love of the industry, it was time spent honing her skills at the renowned Harrington Institute of Interior Design where she was able to transform that passion into a career. Shortly after graduation she had the opportunity to work alongside Paul Marchetti, an already established and highly-regarded Chicago designer. The two quickly realized that they complimented each other well, and in 1995 the Chicago-based Paul Lauren Design Consultants was formed.

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“A well executed design should look collected, not decorated,” explains Rautbord, describing her own theories of style and design. She shares that her personal style can range from minimalistic to multilayered, and is usually characterized by a graciousness and understated beauty that she attributes to her Midwestern influences. “I utilize clean lines and dramatic silhouettes but do so with an extremely neutral palette, without a lot of color or pattern to distract from the furnishings. The layering of fine fabrics, linen, cashmere, silk and leather creates a sophisticated, undecorated and more modern aesthetic. Restraint is key to keeping spaces uncluttered!” Though Lauren was able to help build Paul Lauren Design Consultants into a premier firm within the Chicago design arena, on a personal level, there was something that continually pulled her to the openness of the American West. Over the years she established a second home here in Arizona, but as time went on it became clear that her heart was pulling her to reside permanently in the Valley. After making the move in 2013, Lauren decided to hold off on opening a new office in the Phoenix area, instead focusing

on first building a client base so she could organically discover where might be the best location to offer the most convenience for her clients. She immediately noticed a core of her business stemming from Silverleaf, DC Ranch, and the various golf communities in the northeast metro area, so locating her office in North Scottsdale only made sense. In August of this year, Paul Lauren Design Consultants opened their new Arizona location just off of Bell Road, near the 101. In an effort to anticipate all of her clients’ needs throughout the course of a project, the space includes a large warehouse to help store furniture and other finishes on an interim basis, so clients don’t have to worry about the hassle of accepting deliveries or orchestrating offsite storage.

Lauren Rautbord is thankful that she has been able to craft a career that has allowed her to help people achieve their desire to make their home an expression of their individuality. Yet, with the abundance of resources and information available in magazines and across the internet, skeptics still constantly ask her why they should use a designer. “Our homes are our personal sanctuaries, and most people care very deeply about how they create their interior space,” says Rautbord. “My first job is to understand what the client really wants and needs out of the experience. My second job is to educate them on the realities and complexities of the marketplace and working with contractors. My third and most important job is to translate that into a customized experience and business relationship that will be fun, fair, rewarding and successful.” For more information on the company’s services, they can be reached directly at 480.664.6765, or by visiting their website at PaulLaurenDesigns.com. Our ONE MAID, ONE HOME policy give you PEACE OF MIND and MORE TIME...experience the PERSONAL TOUCH difference TODAY!

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nce the home of former Arizona Diamondbacks player Brandon Webb, this stunning Tuscan-inspired estate located in the exclusive Paso Fino community of North Scottsdale is sure to be a grand slam for families looking for private living and a great place to entertain.

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Enter through an Old World influenced wooden door and find yourself in the midst of the home’s enchanting courtyard, complete with a dramatic stone fountain and built-in fireplace. Once inside, the grand entry foyer provides the CONTINUED >

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The Scottsdale Plaza Resort first opened nearly four decades ago, says Sheryl Bettencourt, director of marketing. The resort, which sits on 40 lovely landscaped acres in the shadow of Camelback Mountain, features 404 guest rooms, including 180 elegant suites. In addition to being the only independently owned and operated resort in the Valley, Bettencourt says some of the employees have worked there almost since the beginning. “Because of this we have so many long standing relationships with returning guests, and we go out of our way to treat everyone like one of the family,” she says. The Scottsdale Plaza Resort is an ideal place for holiday guests to stay, Bettencourt says, because the resort’s five categories of room styles means there is something for every family. This is especially true for the resort’s Suites—the Patio, Bi-Level and Villas all have wet bars, in-room refrigerators and separate living rooms, she says. Many even have beehive fireplaces to help add to the ambiance of a cozy winter retreat. “It’s a home away from home at holiday times,” she says. NEWLY RENOVATED

The recently-completed renovations focused on the standard category of rooms, Bettencourt says. They included replacing bathtubs with glass walled showers and putting in new flooring by Heritage Interiors throughout the vanity and shower areas. The rooms now feature new lighting, and the closet and vanity bathroom areas were both expanded to offer guests more square footage, Bettencourt says, along with updated plumbing fixtures by Kohler. The renovation also included adding desks by Living Spaces and new accent chairs for the rooms’

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Connecting audiences with award-winning cinema from around the globe, this beloved film festival will showcase 50 films from over 20 countries during five days of screenings and a kickoff event at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Diverse offerings include dramas, documentaries, thrillers, romances, comedies and much more. ScottsdaleFilmFestival.org

This year’s exhibition, hosted by Bonner David Galleries, will feature over 110 works of art from members of the American Women Artists. Also included are three days of workshops taught by Master Signature and Signature members and a symposium featuring speakers from around the country. BonnerDavid.com; AmericanWomenArtists.com

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Coming to the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, this one-night-only culinary experience will spotlight Arizona’s top local chefs and world-class collection of winemakers with a selection of sumptuous appetizers, entrees, desserts and drink pairings that all will enjoy. CooksAndCorks.org

Stop by the Scottsdale Artists’ School for an evening of art and entertainment at the Beaux Arts Festival. Guests can mingle with artists and other art lovers while enjoying the opportunity to purchase original works of art from over 100 professional artists and participate in an art raffle. ScottsdaleArtsSchool.org

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Experience the Desert Botanical Garden in a whole new light with this stunning outdoor exhibition showcasing eight large-scale, light-based installations using miles of glowing fiber optics. The site-specific display reflects British artist Bruce Munroe’s unique take on the Sonoran Desert, making for an extraordinary show. DBG.org

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